The story
On Brick Lane, Shiva serves traditional Bangladeshi and Indian curries that have caught the eye (and palate) of creator Doobydobap. During her 100-hour London food crawl, she singled out the tandoori shrimp and chicken xacuti as standouts—bold, spiced dishes that speak to the kitchen’s regional roots. The menu also features familiar classics like chicken tikka masala, lamb nihari, and garlic naan, all delivered in a casual, walk-in-friendly setting.
While Shiva’s overall rating sits at a modest 2.9 stars, the cooking here earns genuine praise for its depth of flavor. It’s a no-frills local spot where the curries do the talking—especially those two dishes Doobydobap couldn’t stop mentioning. If you’re after unfussy, traditional Indian food off Brick Lane, Shiva warrants a stop.
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AI summary of what 5 dish mentions say about the food
Shiva’s garlic naan earns rapturous praise, with reviewers calling it the standout star. The overall vibe is warm and comforting, a cozy haven for simple, soulful Indian fare.
“The garlic naan is made with minced garlic scooped onto the naan mixture, bubbling like crazy when it hits the tandoor oven. It's really good, with a nice smokiness.”
What creators say
1 creator has covered Shiva. Most active: Doobydobap
Shiva on Brick Lane serves traditional Bangladeshi and Indian curries, with standout dishes like tandoori shrimp and chicken xacuti.
Dishes mentioned
Chicken Tikka Masala
The chicken tikka masala is the national dish of England. It's thick, very comforting, with warm spices. If you like sweeter curries, this is your go-to. It's exactly what I crave on a winter day.
Tandoori Shrimp
The shrimp is marinated in tandoor spices and yogurt, then grilled in the tandoor oven. It's cooked to perfection — so juicy. Super super good.
Lamb Nihari
The lamb nihari is a rich, slow-cooked curry. It's incredibly flavorful and tender.
Chicken Xacuti
The chicken xacuti is a national dish of Goa, a coconut-based spicy curry. It reminds me of curries served in Southeast Asia because of the heavy coconut flavor. It's really freaking good.
Garlic Naan
The garlic naan is made with minced garlic scooped onto the naan mixture, bubbling like crazy when it hits the tandoor oven. It's really good, with a nice smokiness.
